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Air Zimbabwe introduces new A320 airbus
The national airline, Air Zimbabwe has introduced its newly acquired airbus A320 plane on the Harare Johannesburg route
AEROMEXICO PLANS BOEING 787 SERVICE TO LONDON FROM JULY 2014
As per 26JUL13 Sabre timetable listing, AeroMexico plans to introduce Boeing 787-8 aircraft on Mexico City – London Heathrow route, starting 02JUL14. The Boeing 787 will replace 767-200ER aircraft.
AM007 MEX2315 – 1615+1LHR 788 37
AM007 MEX2355 – 1655+1LHR 788 6
AM008 LHR2230 – 0505+1MEX 788 147
Planned Boeing 787 service remains subject to change. Reservation for flights on/after 02JUL14 is expected to open by mid or late-August 2013.
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Royal Air Maroc mulls placing order for "12-15" 100-seater jets
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Aviation Partners Boeing Signs 737-800 Split Scimitar Winglets Order with TUI Travel PLC
SEATTLE, July 29, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Aviation Partners Boeing (APB) announced it has formally received an order from TUI Travel PLC ("TUI Travel") for 737-800 Split Scimitar Winglets. This program is the culmination of a five year design effort using the latest computational fluid dynamic technology to redefine the aerodynamics of the Blended Winglet into an all new Split Scimitar Winglet. The unique feature of the Split Scimitar Winglet is that it uses the existing Blended Winglet structure, but adds new strengthened spars, aerodynamic scimitar tips, and a large ventral fin. This advanced technology winglet is the ultimate winglet in terms of performance, without increasing the existing wing span.
Earlier this year, APB launched the Split Scimitar Winglet program for the provisioned wing 737-800 (line number 778 and on) and 737-900ER with an order from United Airlines. FAA supplemental type certification for the Boeing 737-800 is targeted for October 2013 and EASA certification planned for December 2013. Certification flight testing of Split Scimitar Winglets is currently underway.
''TUI Travel is continually seeking ways to improve the efficiency of its aircraft and the Split Scimitar Winglets easily achieves this through the reduction in fuel burn and emissions,'' said Jane Ashton, Group Director of Sustainable Development at TUI Travel PLC. "We have adopted APB's products on all applicable aircraft types operated by our airlines and are happy with the results, hence when the opportunity presented itself to be European launch customer for the Split Scimitar Winglet we saw it as a natural step in continuing our efforts to become even more fuel and carbon efficient."
"TUI Travel is committed to being a leader in sustainability. As the first to commercially fly Blended Winglets on its Boeing Next Generation 737 fleet, this order confirms their firm commitment to saving fuel and lowering greenhouse gases," said Aviation Partners Boeing director of sales and marketing Troy Brekken. "We are very excited to partner with TUI Travel for the Split Scimitar Winglet program."
APB estimates Split Scimitar Winglet Systems installed on a Boeing 737-800 will save TUI Travel up to 200 metric tons (65,000 gallons) of jet fuel per aircraft, per year resulting in a corresponding carbon dioxide emissions reduction up to 630 metric tons per aircraft, per year. The fuel savings can enable a 737-800 to increase its payload up to 3,300 pounds or increase its range up to 60 nautical miles. APB also expects to certify an improvement in low speed performance that will generate take-off benefits at high/hot or obstacle limited runways.
APB will also certify 6 additional Boeing Next-Generation 737 configurations. These include: structurally provisioned (line number 1545 and on) and non-provisioned (pre-line number 1545) 737-700 and BBJ1, non-provisioned (pre-line number 778) 737-800, and structurally provisioned (line number 778 and on) 737-900.
Nearly 5,000 Blended Winglet Systems are now in service with over 200 airlines in more than 100 countries. APB estimates that Blended Winglets have saved airlines worldwide more than 3.8 billion gallons of jet fuel to-date.
Aviation Partners Boeing is a Seattle based joint venture of Aviation Partners, Inc. and The Boeing Company
domingo, 28 de julho de 2013
Balkanian Airways set to acquire first B737-300
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First Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner Features New Boeing Livery
EVERETT, Wash., July 27, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Boeing [NYSE: BA] continues to make progress on the first 787-9 Dreamliner, which also has become the first 787 to don the new Boeing Commercial Airplanes livery. The airplane has just rolled out of the paint hangar.
This refreshed look for the Boeing family began with the 747-8 and evolved with the 737 MAX. The new livery retains many of the features of the original 787-8 livery, adding a prominent number on the tail to help distinguish among models within the same product family.
The 787-9 will complement and extend the 787 family, offering airlines the ability to grow routes opened with the 787-8. With the fuselage stretched by 20 feet (6 meters), the 787-9 will carry 40 more passengers an additional 300 nautical miles (555 kilometers), with 20 percent less fuel use and 20 percent fewer emissions than similarly sized airplanes. The 787-9 leverages the visionary design of the 787-8, offering the features passengers prefer such as large, dimmable windows, large stow bins, modern LED lighting, higher humidity, a lower cabin altitude, cleaner air and a smoother ride.
Boeing is on track to roll out and fly the 787-9, currently in final production, in late summer. First delivery to launch customer Air New Zealand is set for mid-2014.
ARJ21-700 completes plateau flight test and successfully flies to Yanliang, Xi'an
ARJ21-700 AC102 successfully flew to Yanliang, Xi'an after successfully completing the plateau flight test on June 28th, 2013.
It is reported that since ARJ21-700 AC102 arrived at the Golmud Airport on June 18th, 2013, it has conducted 35 flight movements (excluding ferry flights) in total, with a cumulative flight time of 18 hours and 8 minutes, including 5 research and development flights, 9 conformance indication flights and 21 authority certification flight tests. The power plant start test at high altitude ground and auxiliary power unit restart test at high altitude ground were also conducted on site.
In addition, AC102 also set the new records for the flight sorties both in the outfield and during a single day. By multiple flight tests in severe conditions, the performance of ARJ21-700 in the plateau environmental conditions was verified.
sexta-feira, 26 de julho de 2013
UIA expanded its fleet with new modern Boeing 737-900 aircraft
July 26, 2013, Ukraine International Airlines expanded its fleet with new Boeing 737-900 aircraft produced at Boeing production facilities in Seattle in 2013. The aircraft passed an official registration procedure in Ukraine and received UR-PSI registration number.
The new aircraft is one of the three modern Boeing 737-900 aircraft that UIA receives in June 2013 as part of fleet expansion and renewal program. The carrier also plans to receive the fourth Boeing 737-900 aircraft by the end of 2013.
The new aircraft is capable of carrying up to 20 business class passengers and 159 economy class passengers in a two-class layout and is certified for up to 189 passengers in a one-class layout.
The 737-900 aircraft has substantial operation advantages over medium-haul competing models including increased range with maximum takeoff weight. It also provides more comfort for passengers due to enlarged seat pitch – amounting to 34 inches in business class and 32 inches in economy class – that is a substantial benefit on long-distance flights.
The aircraft`s ability to cover distances up to 6000 km with maximum takeoff weight allows the airline to maintain minimum rates and to offer passengers more tickets at low prices.
The new UIA aircraft is powered by modern navigation equipment and CFM56-7BE engines meeting the latest noise regulations. The engines` advanced reliability level and reduced fuel use allow increasing the aircraft operation efficiency as well as cutting emissions level.
“The new Boeing 737-900 aircraft arrival to Ukraine is a landmark event for UIA. Due to intensive route network expansion and significant increase in the number of daily operated flights, the issue of fleet renewal and expansion is currently particularly pointed for us, – noted Yuri Miroshnikov, UIA President. – We hope that the additional flight resource will enable UIA to meet several top-priority challenges: to improve flight regularity rates, to significantly increase UIA fleet passenger capacity and, consequently, to better meet passengers` demand for the most popular destinations. We hope our passengers will shortly experience positive changes”.
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Boeing 737-900 aircraft (UR-PSI) is scheduled to operate its first UIA-coded flight en route Kiev – Larnaca – Kiev (PS 341/342) on August 4, 2013.
Venezuela's Conviasa to acquire A330s, ATR72s says Nicolás Maduro
Conviasa is set to acquire three A330 aircraft and an undisclosed number of ATR72-600s, Venezuela's president, Nicolás Maduro, has told the country's Council of Ministers. Mr Maduro made the announcement after Caracas sent a governmental mission to France to hold talks with both Avions de Transport Régional and Airbus Industrie regarding the acquisition, which could see as many as fifteen of the wide-bodies acquired in line with the country's long term plans for the national carrier. He added that the ATR72 would prove ideal for Caribbean routes and flights to Mérida and would compliment the twenty EMB-190 set to join the airline's fleet over the coming years.
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Lufthansa CityLine begins phasing out its CRJ-700 fleet
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Spring Airlines Japan's lone 737-800 finally touches down in Sapporo
Spring Airlines Japan has seen its sole aircraft, a factory-fresh B737-800, JA01GR (msn 39429), ferried from Marana
, where it had been in storage for three months, to Sapporo Chitose. It is presumed the aircraft will now be undergoing proving flights for the Japanese Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (MLIT) as part of the airline's efforts to obtain an Air Operators Certificate
Wind Rose's first A330 in the UK being repainted ahead of delivery
Wind Rose Aviation is set to shortly take delivery of its first A330-200, UR-WRO (c/n 296), formerly with Malaysia Airlines .
The aircraft was recently ferried from Kuala Lumpur Subang to Manchester Int'l where it is being repainted into the Ukrainian carrier's livery ahead of its planned delivery.
Nigeria's Med-View to lease an Air Atlanta 747-300 for Hajj, Umrah
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Spirit AeroSystems rolls out first KC-46A Tanker forward fuselage section
WICHITA , Kan. , July 26, 2013 /CNW/ - Spirit AeroSystems, Inc., (SPR) today celebrated completion of the first forward fuselage section, Section 41, destined for integration into the Boeing KC-46A tanker. In a rollout ceremony earlier today, Boeing and U.S. Air Force representatives joined Spirit leadership and employees to mark the occasion.
"Right now we the fly KC-135R models and they are great and give gas all over the world. We need to recapitalize the fleet. We need something better and newer. The KC-46A is the answer. You all are part of the program and on the team. The stability of the program is fantastic. I am counting on you to deliver these planes on time and with high quality so our warfighters can safely, efficiently and effectively do their job to protect our freedom. Thank you for everything you have done and keep up the good work," Major General John Thompson , U.S. Air Force Program Executive Officer for Tankers, told those attending the event.
"We are proud to be part of the next generation of aerial refueling tankers, and to support our war fighters both home and abroad by providing this critical capability," said Kris Atcheson , KC-46 program director at Spirit AeroSystems. "Our integrated product team has been working for several years to design the next-generation tanker utilizing the latest design and manufacturing techniques to ensure the highest quality, performance and safety for Boeing and its end-user customer in the Air Force."
In June 2011 , Spirit was announced as a supplier on the KC-46 program. Spirit is responsible for the forward fuselage section, strut and nacelle components, and the fixed leading edge for the KC-46A tanker. Spirit manufactures the Section 41 and strut and nacelle components at its Wichita , Kan. facility. Production of the KC-46A is integrated directly into the Boeing 767 commercial production line at Boeing's Everett facility.
"Boeing is proud to celebrate Spirit AeroSystems' outstanding performance," said Maureen Dougherty , Boeing vice president and KC-46 Tanker Program manager. "Our suppliers continue to drive the successful execution of this program. Thank you for keeping us on plan to deliver this tremendous capability, the KC-46A, on schedule to our nation's warfighter."
Boeing has announced it will build 179 next-generation aerial refueling tanker aircraft that will begin to recapitalize the Air Force's fleet of 416 KC-135 tankers. Based on the proven Boeing 767 commercial airplane, the KC-46 tanker is a widebody, multi-mission aircraft updated with the latest and most advanced technology to meet the demanding mission requirements of the future.
Malaysia’s MASwings takes delivery of its first ATR 72-600
Malaysia Airlines’ regional subsidiary MASwings today took delivery of its very first ATR 72-600 aircraft. The aircraft was delivered in a handover ceremony held at the ATR’s facilities in Toulouse and was witnessed by Datuk Ik Pahon, Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Tourism Sarawak and Chairman of BIMP EAGA - Sarawak Chapter. Malaysia Airlines and ATR inked a deal in late 2012 for the purchase of a total of 36 ATR 72-600s (20 firm orders plus 16 options) to be operated by the airline’s regional subsidiaries, MASwings and Firefly.
Based on the agreement between ATR and Malaysia Airlines, MASwings –which currently operates a fleet of 10 ATR 72-500s-, will introduce 9 ATR 72-600s until 2017, mostly for further expanding its total fleet. The arrival of the new ATR 72-600s, configured with 72 seats, will enable MASwings to increase frequencies and open new routes in its network across East Malaysia, as well as to new exciting destinations across Brunei – Indonesia - Malaysia - The Philippines East ASEAN Growth Area (BIMP-EAGA) region, including Puerto Princessa in Palawan Island, Philippine, which is scheduled to start operation before year end. This new route will complete MASwings’ plan to link the other three countries in the BIMP-EAGA – Brunei, Indonesia and the Philippines with Malaysia, making MASwings a truly community airline for the region.
MASwings business expansion journey does not end with Puerto Princessa. With its above 90% on time performance annually and carried 1.5 million passengers recorded last year, MASwings is confident with the new addition to its fleet, the targeted 2 million passengers this year would be an achievable mission.
These new ATR 72-600s will also enable the airline to provide passengers with even higher standards of service and comfort. The new ATR 72-600s of MASwings are equipped with a stylish and widest new cabin in the turboprop market, named ‘Armonia’, featuring thinner seats, new LED lightening and larger overhead bins by 10%, while providing passengers with additional legroom. The aircraft has the most advanced glass cockpit in the regional aircraft market, specifically developed for ATR by Thales, which includes the latest navigation and communication aid tools.
Commenting on the delivery of the aircraft, Datuk Captain Mohd Nawawi Awang, Chief Executive Officer of MASwings highlighted “the great popularity of the ATR 72s in Borneo, thanks to their ability to link a huge coverage of communities and to contribute to the development of tourism and business, aiming for greater service rendered to our passengers would be made possible as some declared the aircraft as - the best way to travel short distance” He added: “We are pleased to further expand MASwings with aircraft featuring outstanding operational capabilities, while burning up to 50% less fuel than regional jets. The development of the environment is a key point of our strategy of growth, and the ATRs have consolidated themselves as the greenest regional aircraft in the market”.
Filippo Bagnato, Chief Executive Officer of ATR declared: “The arrival of the ATR ‘-600s’ underlines a new step of a partnership which has proven fruitful since we signed our first agreement in late 2007. Since then, MASwings has strongly succeeded in expanding regional aviation across Borneo and strengthening both human and business links. We are pleased of being part of this story”.
MASwings currently operates 140 flights daily connecting the community in Borneo and beyond, while ATR has some 250 aircraft operating in Asia-Pacific in the liveries of more than 50 airlines. In recent years, ATRs have positioned themselves as the preferred regional aircraft for Asian carriers. Since 2005, ATR has booked orders for over 330 firm aircraft in Asia-Pacific, representing two third parts of the total sales of up-to-90-seat regional aircraft in the region.
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A380, to wow crowds at MAKS airshow
Airbus solution to allow traffic growth with less environmental impact
The A380, the most advanced, spacious and fuel-efficient passenger aircraft in service, will delight the Russian aviation industry being a star attraction at the international aviation and space salon MAKS for the second time. MAKS takes place from August 27th to September 1st 2013 in Zhukovsky, Moscow. One of Airbus’ two flight test A380’s, MSN4, will be on static and flying display during the entire show.
“The A380’s debut at MAKS-2011 was extremely successful, so we are very pleased to show this remarkable aircraft to the Russian audience again this year. The A380 is a product of international cooperation with a substantial endorsement from Russian industry. On the commercial front, Transaero Airlines signed a firm contract for four A380s, and we look forward to seeing the aircraft flying in the Russian carrier’s colours ,” highlighted Christopher Buckley, Airbus Executive Vice President, Europe, Asia and Pacific.
Powered by Engine Alliance GP7200 engines and equipped with sophisticated flight test instrumentation, MSN4 is used for testing the latest product developments.
Since the A380’s entry into service in 2007, the aircraft has joined the fleets of ten world class carriers. The aircraft is capable of flying up to 8,500 nautical miles or 15,700 kilometres non-stop, carrying more people at lower cost and with less impact on the environment. The spacious, quiet cabin and smooth ride have made the A380 a firm favourite with both airlines and passengers, resulting in higher load factors wherever it flies.
The total A380 fleet has accumulated nearly one million flight hours in over 110,000 flights. To date some 40 million passengers have already enjoyed the unique experience of flying on board an A380. Every five minutes, an A380 either takes off or lands at one of the 30 airports where it operates today and the network is constantly growing.
Additional information as well as photos and videos are available at the Russian web-site www.a380atmaks.ru
quinta-feira, 25 de julho de 2013
British Airways Reinstates Double Daily A380 Plan to Los Angeles from April 2014
As per 24JUL13 GDS timetable/inventory display, British Airways reinstates plan to operate Double Daily Airbus A380 service on London Heathrow – Los Angeles route in Summer 2014 season. The oneWorld member now plans to operate 2 daily A380 service from 10APR14.
BA283 LHR1005 – 1320LAX 388 D
BA269 LHR1615 – 1915LAX 388 D
BA282 LAX1540 – 1000+1LHR 388 D
BA268 LAX2130 – 1545+1LHR 388 D
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Air Transat to lease four Boeing 737-800s, will retain the Airbus A330-200s
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Transat A.T. Inc., the parent of Air Transat (Montreal) has announced the signing of an agreement with the U.S.-based International Lease Finance Corporation (ILFC) for the long-term (eight-year) lease of four Boeing 737-800 aircraft. This new type will be introduced in the summer of 2014 and will become the core of Air Transat’s permanent narrow-body fleet. The 737-800s will be used on sun-destination routes to Mexico, the Caribbean and Florida. The agreement also includes the renewal through 2020 and 2021 of the leases on six Airbus A330 aircraft—three A330-200s and A330-300s—with improved terms.
The three long-range A330-200s were originally to be phased out of the fleet. Transat and ILFC, however, reached an agreement that will enable Transat to achieve its objective of reducing costs, and that, in the case of these aircraft, will prove more advantageous than the seasonal subcontracting arrangement originally envisioned.
GE Capital Aviation Services Delivers Leased Airbus A321 to Turkey’s Atlasjet
DUBAI, U.A.E, July 23, 2013 – GE Capital Aviation Services Limited (GECAS), the commercial aircraft leasing and financing arm of GE, announced delivery of a leased Airbus A321 to Turkish airline Atlasjet Havacilik A.S. to help expand the carrier’s fleet.
Atlasjet operates a fleet of 15 aircraft to some 20 domestic and international destinations.
Photo: João Luis Pessoa - Lisboa
ARJ21-700 AC103 flies to Changsha for high-temperature and high-humidity flight test
ARJ21-700 AC103 took off from the airport of China Flight Test
Establishment in Yanliang, and successfully arrived in Changsha at 11:57 after
a flight of 1 hour and 38 minutes on July 15th, 2013, indicating that the
high-temperature and high-humidity flight test 2013 was started. According to
the plan, AC103 would conduct the relevant flight test and ground test of air
management and hydraulic systems.
ARJ21-700 AC103 arrived in Changsha on July 15th,
2013.
ARJ21-700 AC106 starts final assembly
ARJ21-700 AC106 was delivered to the assembly shop from the sub-assembly shop on June 28th, 2013, which was two days earlier than the schedule. Subsequently, the assembly tasks, such as laying soundproof cotton in fwd cargo compartment, ground rework of cable conductor, installation of relevant hydraulic system accessories in aft accessory compartment, pressure conduction and preparation before pressure conduction, were carried out in the assembly shop.
Staff in the assembly shop carried out surface grinding and paint removing on inboard and outboard flap struts at the wing trailing edge of AC106 on June 28th, 2013.
Staff laid stringer soundproof cotton in fwd cargo compartment with a height of about 1 meter on June 28th, 2013
Frontier Airlines Adds Airbus A320 with Sharklets to Fleet
Frontier Airbus A320 with Sharklets
Frontier Airlines recently added its newest aircraft to its fleet, an Airbus A320 with sharklets.
The sharklets, which are eight foot tall wingtip devices, help save fuel and enhance the overall efficiency of the aircraft. The sharklets are expected to save up to four percent, or up to $400,000 per year in fuel burn by reducing drag while also lowering noise emissions and improving take-off performance.
In keeping with the Frontier brand that has a unique animal on each aircraft tail, the new aircraft introduces a new species to the Frontier fleet. “The new aircraft is Frontier’s first with sharklets, so naturally, a shark seemed like a perfect fit,” said Daniel Shurz, Frontier’s senior vice president, commercial. “The tiger shark joins our existing gang of land and marine animals from the destinations we serve.”
KLM Leases Six New Embraer 190 Aircraft from BOC Aviation
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KLM Cityhopper signed an operating lease agreement with BOC Aviation to lease six new Embraer 190 aircraft which BOC Aviation purchased from the Brazilian aircraft manufacturer Embraer.
KLM Cityhopper plans to add them to its fleet between November 2013 and April 2014. The order is part of the KLM Group’s ongoing programme to replace KLM Cityhopper’s fleet of Fokker 70 aircraft.
KLM Cityhopper, a 100% subsidiary of KLM, is the largest regional carrier in Europe. It performs about 100,000 flights each year with its fleet of Embraer 190 and Fokker 70 aircraft from Schiphol to forty-nine destinations in Europe. By replacing seven Fokkers with six new Embraers, the KLM Cityhopper fleet now consists of twenty-eight Embraer 190s and nineteen Fokker 70 aircraft. It gives KLM Cityhopper the largest fleet of Embraer 190s in Europe.
The Embraer 190 is more fuel-efficient, has lower carbon emissions, and the absence of the middle seat offers greater passenger comfort and more room for carry-on baggage. Moreover, the Embraer flies faster and offers greater capacity than the Fokker 70 in the markets in which KLM Cityhopper operates. The Embraer 190 offers seating for 100 passengers while the Fokker 70 seats 80. The influx of new Embraers will run concurrent with the phase-out of the Fokkers. Nevertheless, KLM will continue to invest in Fokker 70 aircraft and continue to fly them in its network for some years ahead
“This deal is a perfect example of the investments that KLM is making,” says KLM’s CEO Camiel Eurlings. “Not only do these investments make travel more comfortable, they also contribute to a more sustainable operation and greater efficiency, all of which will help us achieve our ambitious aims to reduce noise and carbon emissions.”
“It is a major endorsement for the E-Jets program to see KLM Cityhopper continuing its fleet modernization with additional E190s,” said Paulo Cesar Silva, President & CEO, Embraer Commercial Aviation. “Through its partnership with Air France, the combined group will operate more than 50 aircraft, the largest fleet of E-Jets in Europe. The participation of BOC Aviation was key in the success of this transaction and shows the role such an important lessor plays in the E-Jets program.”
“We are delighted to work with KLM, by helping its subsidiary KLM Cityhopper to support its modernization plan with the E190, a versatile and excellent aircraft,” said Robert Martin, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of BOC Aviation.
By investing in the new aircraft, KLM continues to strengthen its competitive position, both inside Europe and in the international market making use of European connections. It will also allow KLM to increase its capacity to a number of specific destinations.
quarta-feira, 24 de julho de 2013
LIBYAN AIRLINES leased from Nouvelair, due to 5A- UE ban - A320-200 - TS-INN
Bombardier CSeries Aircraft First Flight to Take Place in the Coming Weeks
July 24, 2013 Montréal Aerospace, Press Release
CSeries aircraft’s geared turbofan engines running smoothly and powering key aircraft systems
More time needed to ensure mature systems integration for a productive flight test program
Bombardier Aerospace confirmed today that the integration of the CSeries aircraft’s auxiliary power unit and Pratt & Whitney PurePower Geared Turbofan™ PW1500G engines on the first flight test vehicle (FTV1) is running smoothly, allowing for testing of the aircraft’s key systems. It also confirmed that the latest software upgrades on the aircraft continue to be successfully completed. The CSeries aircraft’s overall integration is progressing well; however, the highly technical last steps are taking more time than initially anticipated to validate the overall systems and ongoing software integration. First flight is expected to occur in the coming weeks.
“Seeing the first CSeries aircraft power up on the tarmac was a thrilling event. We have now entered the ultimate phase of systems integration and validation on the first flight test vehicle as we submit brand new technology to in-depth tests,” said Mike Arcamone, President, Bombardier Commercial Aircraft.
“While the process has taken more time than we had expected, we are pleased with the results and are very comfortable taking more time to ensure the required integration is finalized and the CSeries aircraft is cleared for its first flight,” added Mr. Arcamone.
While in its final testing stage in preparation for first flight, FTV1 is undergoing important and complex pre-flight tests, including aircraft in the loop testing (ACIL). During ACIL tests, FTV1 is “flown" on the ground in a simulated flight environment to ensure the first aircraft behaves in the same manner as experienced with the on-the-ground Complete Integrated Aircraft Systems Test Area (CIASTA), also known as “Aircraft 0.” This will be followed by low- and high-speed taxiing.
Activities with Transport Canada to obtain the Flight Test Permit for FTV1 are progressing steadily and the permit is also expected in the coming weeks.
Iraqi Airways Boeing 737-800 Operations as of 23JUL13
Iraqi Airways has introduced new Boeing 737-800 aircraft to its operation, which currently operates on regional routes. The airline currently has 2 Boeing 737s in service. Planned operation as follow.
Baghdad – Dubai 4 of 7 weekly
IA123 BGW1000 – 1330DXB 738 x167
IA124 DXB1430 – 1600BGW 738 x167
Day 167 operated by A320. Note selected dates also operated by 737 instead of A320
Basra – Amman 1 of 2 weekly
IA167 BSR1045 – 1245AMM 738 1
IA168 AMM1345 – 1545BSR 738 1
Day 5 operated by CRJ900
Basra – Dubai 2 of 3 weekly
IA127 BSR0830 – 1130DXB 738 5
IA127 BSR1300 – 1600DXB 738 3
IA128 DXB1230 – 1330BSR 738 5
IA128 DXB1700 – 1800BSR 738 3
DAy 1 operated by CRJ900
Najaf – Mashad 1 of 3 weekly
IA117 NJF1100 – 1500MHD 738 7
IA118 MHD1600 – 1700NJF 738 7
Day 2 operated by Fokker 28, Day 4 operated by CRJ900
Najaf – Tehran Mehrabad 1 of 3 weekly
IA113 NJF1100 – 1400THR 738 1
IA114 THR1500 – 1500NJF 738 1
Day 35 operated by CRJ900
Domestic 737 operations:
Baghdad – Basra 1 weekly
Baghdad – Erbil – Sulaymaniyah – Baghdad 1 weekly
Baghdad – Najaf 2 weekly
Erbil – Basra 1 weekly
Operational frequencies remain subject to change.
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Senegal Airlines replaces its ATR72 with a CRJ-100 from CemAir
Avolon delivers Airbus A319 to American Airlines
Boeing Completes 737 MAX 8 Firm Configuration
- Program on track for first delivery in third quarter 2017
RENTON, Wash., July 23, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Boeing (NYSE: BA) has completed the firm configuration of the 737 MAX 8. This milestone marks completion of the major trade studies that define the capabilities of the 737 MAX family.
"We have defined the design requirements for the 737 MAX that provide our customers with the most value in the single-aisle market," said Michael Teal, chief project engineer, 737 MAX, Boeing Commercial Airplanes. "We continue to follow our disciplined process to ensure that we have completed all the requirements for the development stage of the program and are ready to begin the detailed design phase."
As detailed designs are completed and released, production can begin. Final assembly of the 737 MAX 8 is scheduled to begin in 2015 with first delivery scheduled for the third quarter of 2017.
The 737 MAX will be 13 percent more fuel-efficient than today's most efficient single-aisle airplanes and 8 percent more fuel-efficient per seat than tomorrow's competition. The configuration includes new LEAP-1B engines from CFM International that are optimized for the 737 MAX, a redesigned tail cone and the Boeing designed Advanced Technology Winglet to reduce fuel use. Other changes incorporated include upgrades to the flight deck displays, an electronic bleed air system and fly-by-wire spoiler flight controls.
"The 737 MAX will not only be the most fuel-efficient airplane, it will maintain the 737's industry-leading reliability," said Keith Leverkuhn, vice president and program manager, 737 MAX program, Boeing Commercial Airplanes. "We are working closely with our customers and industry partners to ensure that the airplane we deliver will perform as promised."
Additionally the MAX will take advantage of advancements in connectivity. "As we continue to improve connectivity on the 737 platform, the 737 MAX will offer customers the capability to use real-time data to make operational decisions around maintenance on the ground during flight," said Leverkuhn. "This will allow airlines to more efficiently manage their fleets. Enhanced connectivity also will benefit passengers as the demand for more wireless access to information and entertainment in flight continues to grow."
The 737 MAX family includes the 737 MAX 7, 737 MAX 8 and 737 MAX 9 and will serve the 100- to over 200-seat market. The 737 MAX will extend the Next-Generation 737 range advantage with the capability to fly more than 3,500 nautical miles (6,482 km), an increase of 400-540 nmi (741-1,000 km) over the Next-Generation 737. First delivery of the 737 MAX 9 is planned for 2018 followed by first delivery of the MAX 7 in 2019.
To date, the 737 MAX has accumulated orders for 1,495 airplanes.
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Interjet receives its first SSJ100
On July 22nd 2013 Interjet received its first SSJ100, which arrived at the airline’s operational Headquarters in Toluca, Mexico. With this new aircraft, featuring Mexican registry XA-JLG, Interjet will strengthen its network to make the country more competitive in tourism and business.
The SSJ100 of Interjet was presented for the first time at the International Paris Airshow at Le Bourget, the largest exhibition for the global aviation industry.
The aircraft offers the highest standards of quality and comfort available in commercial aviation worldwide. Interjet chose a 93-seats (34’ pitch) configuration, in accordance with the airline’s high standards for passenger comfort. The exclusive interior features were designed by Pininfarina. Compared to other aircraft used to serve the domestic routes in Mexico, the SSJ100 offers wider seats.
“With this new aircraft passengers will take advantage of lower tickets cost deriving from the SSJ100 operational efficiency, which makes fares more competitive,” said Interjet CEO, Jose Luis Garza.
The SSJ100 is a regional jet which incorporates the most modern Western technology, also equipped with cameras and screens for on-board tv programs, as well as a toilet reserved for ladies.
Interjet plans to put the SSJ100 into service very soon, after performing a mandatory certificatio campaign, which requires 100 flight hours according to the Aeronautical Authorities of Mexico. Anyhow, the aircraft has already achieved all the authorizations required by European and U.S. authorities for commercial flights.
In the last two weeks, Interjet opened 10 domestic and international routes that depart from the Mexico City International Airport to Aguascalientes, Campeche, La Paz, Manzanillo, Mazatlan, Minatitlan, Reynosa, Torreon and Zacatecas, in Mexico and to Bogota, in Colombia.
The SSJ100 will complement Interjet current Airbus A320 fleet, focusing initially on domestic routes. But the airline plans to use the SSJ100 to add new destinations in Central America and the Caribbean.
With an order for 20 aircraft plus 10 options, Interjet is the first western customer to put into service the SSJ100. The second aircraft is to be delivered very soon.
terça-feira, 23 de julho de 2013
Flight of Angels
Photo: Rogério Bairrão - Bell 206 Long Ranger da Zambezi Helicopter Company / Shearwater Adventures
Flight of Angels
Book your Victoria Falls Helicopter Flights directly through Shearwater, the owner of Zambezi Helicopter Company.
David Livingstone famously wrote on seeing the Victoria Falls for the first time in 1855 that “Scenes so lovely must have been gazed upon by angels in their flight”. Little did he know that 150 years later he could have exactly that opportunity. Indisputably the best way to appreciate the true splendour of the Victoria Falls is to view them from the air.
Zambezi Helicopter Company (ZHC) is the largest private helicopter company in Zimbabwe and has been operating scenic tours over Victoria Falls for over fifteen years.
ZHC’s customised helicopters have specially designed ‘Bubble shaped’ windows perfect for panoramic viewing purposes which provide wonderful views and visibility from all seats…the ultimate photographic opportunity.
FLIGHT OF ANGELS – Approx. 13 minutes – US$ 140
After take-off from a hill above the Zambezi, the helicopter turns out towards the magnificent Victoria Falls and the “Smoke that thunders”. Our pilot will fly left- and right-hand circuits over The Falls giving unrivalled viewing, photographic, and filming opportunities and putting the full breadth and height of The Falls into glorious perspective with the surrounding environment. A short trip up the Zambezi River and back over the Zambezi National Park completes the Flight of Angels.
Excludes government fees of US$12pp
ZAMBEZI SPECTACULAR FLIGHT – approx. 25 minutes – US$ 265
This experience encompasses the traditional “Flight of Angels” then continues downstream for a thrilling flight over the Batoka Gorges. The gorges below The Falls differ dramatically from the stretch above as the entire Zambezi River flows over the 1,7km wide waterfalls then is compressed into a turbulent 40 metres as the gorges slice their way through precipitous granite walls producing spectacular rapids and eddies that are hidden to most visitors. After a more tranquil flight over the upper reaches of the river, the Zambezi Spectacular Flight finishes over the Zambezi National Park – home to many wildlife species and, whilst spotting all the species is not guaranteed, elephant, buffalo, hippo, lion, crocodile and giraffe are regularly seen from the air during this stage of the flight.
Book your Victoria Falls Helicopter Flights directly through Shearwater, the owner of Zambezi Helicopter Company.
David Livingstone famously wrote on seeing the Victoria Falls for the first time in 1855 that “Scenes so lovely must have been gazed upon by angels in their flight”. Little did he know that 150 years later he could have exactly that opportunity. Indisputably the best way to appreciate the true splendour of the Victoria Falls is to view them from the air.
Zambezi Helicopter Company (ZHC) is the largest private helicopter company in Zimbabwe and has been operating scenic tours over Victoria Falls for over fifteen years.
ZHC’s customised helicopters have specially designed ‘Bubble shaped’ windows perfect for panoramic viewing purposes which provide wonderful views and visibility from all seats…the ultimate photographic opportunity.
FLIGHT OF ANGELS – Approx. 13 minutes – US$ 140
After take-off from a hill above the Zambezi, the helicopter turns out towards the magnificent Victoria Falls and the “Smoke that thunders”. Our pilot will fly left- and right-hand circuits over The Falls giving unrivalled viewing, photographic, and filming opportunities and putting the full breadth and height of The Falls into glorious perspective with the surrounding environment. A short trip up the Zambezi River and back over the Zambezi National Park completes the Flight of Angels.
Excludes government fees of US$12pp
ZAMBEZI SPECTACULAR FLIGHT – approx. 25 minutes – US$ 265
This experience encompasses the traditional “Flight of Angels” then continues downstream for a thrilling flight over the Batoka Gorges. The gorges below The Falls differ dramatically from the stretch above as the entire Zambezi River flows over the 1,7km wide waterfalls then is compressed into a turbulent 40 metres as the gorges slice their way through precipitous granite walls producing spectacular rapids and eddies that are hidden to most visitors. After a more tranquil flight over the upper reaches of the river, the Zambezi Spectacular Flight finishes over the Zambezi National Park – home to many wildlife species and, whilst spotting all the species is not guaranteed, elephant, buffalo, hippo, lion, crocodile and giraffe are regularly seen from the air during this stage of the flight.
Sólyom Hungarian Airways Faces Licence Setback
Proposed Hungarian start-up carrier Sólyom Hungarian Airways has hit a temporary setback in its ambitions to launch operations to destinations across Europe and the Middle East from Budapest’s Liszt Ferenc International Airport filling what its backers perceive as a void that still exists following the collapse of Malev Hungarian Airways in February 2012.
The new business, backed by Middle East and European investors and under the stewardship of József Vágó, a former director of the National Transport Authority, had hoped to bypass a long certification programme by acquiring the operating licence of existing company, Avicraft. However, the Hungarian national transport authority, Nemzeti Közlekedési Hatóság (NKH) has rejected its application to switch the activities of Avicraft from ultralight and glider operations to commercial air services, according to local reports, and instead requested the carrier to apply for a brand new licence.
Sólyom Hungarian Airways had intended to launch operations with a fleet of six aircraft during the second half of 2013 with ambitious plans to eventually grow to a fleet of 50 aircraft within four years, but it may now have to reschedule its development plans. The full-service carrier had suggested it would carry three million passengers during its first 12 months of operation, although airlines already serving the Hungarian capital have suggested it may find it difficult to compete in a market that has already back-filled much of the capacity lost after Malev’s closure.
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